Lean Engineer

ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lean Manufacturing Engineer will drive operational excellence through the implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives. Lean Engineer is responsible for identifying waste, optimizing processes, improving productivity, reducing costs, enhancing quality, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous improvement initiatives across the facility
• Facilitate Kaizen events, Value Stream mapping (VSM) and process improvement workshops
• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for waste elimination and efficiency improvement
• Collaborate and Support Productivity, CIP, quality, delivery, cost and safety improvement programs
• Develop and maintain lean metrics, dashboards, and project tracking systems
• Drive implementation of 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work and CIP
• Conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies such as PDCA, DMAIC, Fishbone
• Lead cost reduction projects and monitor the realization of savings
• Develop process documentation, standard operating procedure, and continuous improvement tools
• Monitor project effectiveness and sustain gains through regular audits
• Support strategic business objectives through operational excellence projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Industrial Engineering, or Operational Excellence.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Industrial Engineering concepts, work measurement techniques, project management fundamentals, and manufacturing operations and production systems.
• Skilled in data analysis, process improvement, problem-solving and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), project management, presentation, technical competencies, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven ability to drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, with strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong coaching and mentoring capabilities with a results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams; capable of serving as both a team leader and an effective team member.
• Demonstrates initiative, integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning.